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Smart- Counting Coins

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Students discover the name and value of coins. In this counting money lesson, students identify heads and tails of coins and the value of each coin. Students visit websites and play games. Students then write a poem about money.

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coins, money, counting coins, counting money, pennies, quarters

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counting coins, dime, nickel, penny, quarter, smart by shel silverstein, math
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Grade
1st - 2nd
Subjects
Math
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
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Skills Practice
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